Atty. Patrick J. Dalton
Patrick J. Dalton is a lawyer practicing administrative/regulatory, appellate, business/commercial and 18 other areas of law.
Administrative/ Regulatory & More Attorney · Serving Spokane, WA · 47+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Patrick J. Dalton at a Glance
Patrick J. Dalton is a contracts, employment, business, real estate, and tax attorney based in Spokane, Washington. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (1979) and Washington (1980). Educated at Gonzaga University (J.D., 1979) and Colorado State University (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Spokane, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick J. Dalton
- Patrick J. Dalton is a lawyer practicing administrative/regulatory, appellate, business/commercial and 18 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.S. degree from Colorado State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Patrick practices in Spokane, WA
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick J. Dalton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick J. Dalton handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Spokane.
Contracts in Spokane
Patrick J. Dalton is one of 76,101 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Washington →
Employment Law in Spokane
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Patrick J. Dalton is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Washington →
Business & Corporate Law in Spokane
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Patrick J. Dalton is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Washington →
Real Estate Law in Spokane
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Patrick J. Dalton is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Washington →
Tax Law in Spokane
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Patrick J. Dalton is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Washington →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Spokane
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Spokane are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Spokane Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Spokane-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Spokane Choose Patrick J. Dalton
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Patrick J. Dalton's practice in the field of contracts, employment, business, real estate, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick J. Dalton brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Hawaii and Washington, Patrick J. Dalton can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, employment, and business, Patrick J. Dalton can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Spokane
A Spokane-based practice means Patrick J. Dalton attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick J. Dalton Handles in Spokane
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Patrick J. Dalton has experience with under Washington law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Patrick J. Dalton directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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